Dartmouth Big Green at Harvard Crimson Free Prediction 01/18/20

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The Harvard Crimson (11-4) and the Dartmouth Big Green (7-8) go head-to-head at Lavietes Pavilion. The Crimson look to prolong their six-game winning streak. Action starts at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 18, 2020.

Dartmouth Big Green at Harvard Crimson Betting Odds

In their last contest, the Crimson were victorious over the UC Irvine Anteaters, 77-73, while the Big Green were beaten by the Vermont Catamounts, 77-68.

The Crimson made 18 of their 23 free throws (78.3 percent) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.557 (above their season average of 0.524). Dartmouth, meanwhile, had an effective field goal percentage of 0.587 (above their season average of 0.507). Harvard rallied around Christian Juzang, who recorded 15 points and five assists. Aaryn Rai played a key role for Dartmouth with 18 points and six rebounds.

This series was highly contested last year. Each won one of the two games played against each other last season. The Crimson won the last matchup 64-59. One of Harvard’s biggest advantages was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 14-16 (87.5 percent), while the Big Green were just 4-7 (57.1 percent). This is the first time these teams will meet this year.

When considering effective field goal percentage, Harvard should have a noteworthy edge. The sharp-shooting Crimson offense ranks 73rd in the nation in that metric at 0.526, while the Dartmouth defense is ranked 182nd in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.486).

Dartmouth Big Green at Harvard Crimson Free Pick

Free Pick: SU Winner – Dartmouth, ATS Winner – Dartmouth, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Harvard ranks 54th in three pointers allowed per game (19.3) while Dartmouth ranks 226th (24.8).
  • The Crimson rank 41st in assists allowed per game (10.6) while the Big Green rank 128th (12.5).
  • The Crimson rank 96th in steals per game (7.1) while the Big Green rank 235th (4.5).
  • Harvard ranks 16th in blocks per game (5.5) while Dartmouth ranks 151st (2.6).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Big Green have scored an average of 67.2 points per game (0.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 69.8 points per game (5.5 above their season average).
  • The Crimson’s average margin of victory in their last five games has been 6.6, down from 8.5 for the season.